Fredericksburg

Splurge vs. Steal in Texas Wine Country

By Mary Cate Long / May 17, 2022 /

Forget Napa Valley. Save the money you’d spend on plane tickets and head to Fredericksburg — a close-to-home option for wine lovers with dozens of vineyards, tasting rooms and a charming German influence at every turn. Our Splurge vs. Steal of the week focuses on two lovely properties: One is outside of town with more…

Our Favorite Boutique Hotels in Texas, Part 2

By Mary Cate Long / May 3, 2022 /

It’s true that everything is bigger in Texas but, on occasion, there is magic in seeking out the small. Boutique hotels, with their attention to detail, personal warmth and fascinating histories, make your stay all the more enriching, whether you hang your hat in West Texas or the Hill Country. Here are some more worthy…

On SecondShelters: Fredericksburg Bed and Breakfast Combines Old and New

By Bethany Erickson / February 25, 2018 /

The bones of the Baer Barn B&B in Fredericksburg are steeped in history — the original structure was built in 1860. But this historical shelter has seen a little bit of new construction and a great deal of upgrading, making it a seamless combination of old and new.

On SecondShelters.com: Historical Fredericksburg Farmhouse Up for Grabs

By Bethany Erickson / November 23, 2017 /

It’s no secret that we at Second Shelters have a soft spot for the Texas Hill Country — with its wide open spaces, the beautiful scenery, and the plethora of wineries that dot the landscape, it’s hard to find something you don’t like about Fredericksburg. Come see the adorable farmhouse we found that would make…

On SecondShelters.com: Boot Ranch’s Course Renovation Offers New Golf Experience

By Joanna England / September 26, 2017 /

As if it was even possible, Boot Ranch’s award-winning Hal Sutton-designed course just got better. The 18-hole golf mecca in the Texas Hill Country now offers improved playability with an enormous, tailor-made practice area. We got a chance to preview the completely redesigned links at this incredible resort just outside of Fredericksburg last weekend, and…